Maintenance Assistant

Equans Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave

Life Cover 1.5x salary

Employee discount schemes

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

CSR days

Job summary

EQUANS are seeking a Maintenance Assistant for our Pinderfields & Pontefract Hospital in Wakefield. The role involves maintaining lighting, water and heating systems, and minor repairs to building fabric, as part of the Technical Services team on site.

This permanent, part-time post operates 07:00-19:00 with a 4 days on / 4 days off pattern. A shift allowance may apply and a comprehensive benefits package is offered, including leave, life cover, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• GCSE/’O’ Level Maths and English required or equivalent.
• Prior general maintenance experience is beneficial.
• Previous similar role desirable.
• DBS clearance required or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on lighting, water and heating services.
• Perform reactive repairs to building fabric such as plasterwork, floor coverings and tiles.
• Liaise with hospital staff and external contractors as required.
• Maintain records and complete service reports in line with HTM/QA requirements.

Education

GCSE/’O’ Level Maths and English

C&G Certificate – Inspection and testing of Portable Electrical Appliances

DBS clearance

Job description

Maintenance Assistant

Company: EQUANS
Salary: £28,000 to £30,000 a year
Hours: Part-time
Location: Wakefield, WAKEFIELD
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 9 Oct 2026
Closing date: 8 Nov 2026

EQUANS are looking for a Maintenance Assistant for our Pinderfields & Pontefract Hospital in Wakefield. This role would be a permanent full-time role a shift pattern of 4 days on followed by 4 days off (07:00-19:00). On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

General Overview: Working within the Technical Services team, the post holder will have the required skills to ensure the safe completion of repairs, minor planned installation, and maintenance work on a wide range of equipment, building fixtures and plant to the highest of standards for our clients.

The main responsibilities include efficiently and effectively performing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities on lighting, water and heating services and reactive repairs to building fabric e.g. plasterwork, floor coverings, ceramic tiles etc as required.

Working as part of a wider estates team, there may be a requirement to undertake other tasks as required.

Impact: The objective of the department is to operate and maintain a physical environment in which healthcare can be delivered to the patient. The main elements being the maintenance of both building fabric and services e.g. external and internal finishes, fittings and fixtures, plumbing, electrical and mechanical services, etc.

Compliance with all statutory requirements in relation to safe working practices and safe operation of plant, equipment and services. Keeping records of all activities as per all Health Technical Memoranda (HTM) and Quality Assurance requirements.

Complexity:

• Work with and assist electrical, mechanical, plumbing, joinery trade personnel as directed.
• Work and assist external contractors as required
• Liaise with hospital staff on a daily basis.
• Carry out minor maintenance works and minor repairs to mechanical, electrical, plumbing and joinery equipment. – such as blocked sinks and toilets, lamp replacement and general repairs to fixtures and fittings (ceiling tiles, blinds, cupboards, ironmongery) and minor redecoration.
• Carry out HTM 04-01 Legionella and water hygiene checks.
• Carry out general labouring duties and other works commensurate with the grade, personal abilities and experience.
• Maintain records and complete service reports as appropriate.
• Adhere to H&S policies and comply with Safe Systems of work as operated by Technical Services, together with Statutory Regulations such as Health & Safety, COSHH etc.
• Maintain, adjust and operate associated trades machinery.
• Assist in the maintenance of accurate work and maintenance records.

The BF role may require participation on a shift roster, which will include working unsocial hours (for which a shift allowance is paid).

The post holder will take responsibility for their own work.

All employees have a duty to report any accidents, complaints, defects in equipment, near misses and untoward incidents, following EQUANS procedure.

Qualifications or Required Experience:

• Basic education to GCSE/’O’ Level in Maths and English or equivalent.
• Previous experience of general maintenance is beneficial.
• Previous experience in a similar role desirable, although not essential
• C&G Certificate – Inspection and testing of Portable Electrical Appliances is desirable.
• Must have (or be able to obtain) Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

What can we offer you?

• 24 days annual leave
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 timesannual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros. In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

At Equans, we’re committed to building a diverse, respectful and inclusive workplace that truly reflects the communities and markets we serve.

Joining Equans means being part of a culture where every voice is valued, supported by vibrant employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity across gender, ethnicity, disability, LGBTQ+, veterans, parents, and young professionals.

Guided by our core values, we foster a culture of respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence - empowering our people to deliver outstanding results and be their authentic selves every day.

Our approach means we welcome candidates with transferable skills who may not meet every specific requirement, and where possible we support flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to enable success.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK.

Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check or security vetting, as noted in the role requirements. A criminal record will not necessarily be a barrier to obtaining a position with us.

As part of our recruitment process, EQUANS uses StaffVetting, our trusted third-party provider, to support the completion of employee background checks. StaffVetting delivers professional screening services in a friendly, efficient, and customer-focused way, helping us ensure the right checks are completed from the start of the application journey.

We are Disability Confident Level 2 members, and we offer the Guaranteed Interview Scheme as part of this commitment. Where feasible, if a candidate applies under the Disability Confident Scheme and they meet all of the essential criteria, we will offer an interview.

The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

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About Disability Confident

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